Author: James Bryant

Ford’s latest electric pickup truck, the F-150, is not just an ordinary electric car. This big car has one other special ability, which is to charge other electric vehicles like a power bank. The Lightning and Powerboost versions of the F-150 are equipped with a special generator with a power of 7.2-9.6 kW inside. The generator is called Dubbed Pro Power Onboard with a charging power of up to 240 volts or Level 2 charging capability. See also: Ford Closes F-150 Lightning Reservations after receiving nearly 200,000 orders The Pro Power Onboard variant also has a lower version, as is…

The Wuling Mini EV Cabrio version or without a roof was caught on camera being tested on the streets of China some time ago. At that time the car was wrapped in camouflage, of course so that the design was not known to the public. But recently, the official form of the Wuling Mini EV Cabrio was revealed in cyberspace. The car is no longer using camouflage, but the entire body is clearly visible. According carnewschina.com, the official version of the Wuling Mini EV Cabrio underwent several minor changes compared to the display unit that had appeared at the Shang…

Moose Test is often a scourge for manufacturers when the car is tested independently. Through this test, Mercedes-Benz was humiliated when its A-Class unit was tested and overturned. It seems that KIA did not have the same fate as the German manufacturer when the KIA EV6 unit was tested. This centrum car even got very good results in a series of tests that used the zig-zag style. See also: 2022 Kia EV6 Gets Maximum EPA Range of Up To 310 Miles Like the Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Genesis GV60, the EV6 stands on the Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). According Carscoops,…

Unlike easy-to-find petrol stations, EV filling stations appear to be fewer. This means that electric vehicle (EV) owners need to be more careful when planning their route. However, the good news is that if the user is using Waze, you will soon be able to search and find EV charging stations on its map, according Ubergizmo. See also: $5B for 500,000 electric vehicle charging stations across USA, Kamala Harris says Previously, owners could already show gas stations on a map and their Waze routes, but now there will be an option to search for EV charging stations as well. According…

Tesla will bring the latest noise-canceling features to the Tesla Model S and Model X. This new technology can later help reduce road noise in the cabin. In its latest software update, Tesla will install a pair of microphones in the cab to capture and drown out road noise. This will block out annoying noises out there. In addition, Tesla also provides noise-canceling assistance with the audio system speakers. With this system, drivers and passengers will be able to find a quiet zone when driving with Model S and Model X electric cars. See also: Tesla stops taking new orders…

Wuling Hongguang Mini EV is increasingly in demand in the market. In fact, in the last few months its sales have continued to increase and this time it has penetrated 40 thousand units per month. According to data from the China Passenger Car Association (CPCA), in November 2021 this tiny electric car sold 40,395 units. However, the sales figures decreased slightly when compared to the previous month. From sales data in October 2021, Wuling Hongguang Mini EV has sold 47,834 units. This figure shows a significant increase when compared to September which has sold 35,169 units. Sales figures in November…

German car manufacturer, Volkswagen seems to be very serious about working on the electric car market. Recently, VW made a major investment of US$ 20 million to build and develop about 600 of their electric car dealerships in the United States. It is hoped that with the construction of these new dealerships, Volkswagen will become a regional brand center for the electric car experience there. The big investment is part of a program called VW’s Network Readiness Co-Op to increase production and sales of electric cars. See also: Volkswagen cooperate with Bosch to develop electric vehicles software In doing so,…

The Wuling Mini EV is almost on par with the Smart Fortwo, but can accommodate four passengers. In terms of dimensions, it has a length of 2,917 mm, a width of 1,493 mm, a height of 1,621 mm and a wheelbase of 1,940 mm. Actually a small electric car, the Mini EV is equipped with a small permanent magnet electric motor that drives the rear wheels. See also: Citroen releases My Ami Buggy Concept, a tiny electric car with off-road capabilities Although small in size, but powerful about the electric motor. Because it is claimed to be able to spit…

Hyundai launched Mobile Eccentric Droid (MobED), a small car platform that can be used in various fields. The MobED consists of a flat rectangular platform on which various tools can be placed, and four large 12-inch wheels. It also features independent suspension that allows for different postures, allowing the platform to remain stable on uneven terrain. See also: Hyundai will sell IONIQ 5 electric SUV start from $39,700 Hyundai expects the MobED to be useful for delivery and piloting, while its gimble-like stability could come in handy for film crews. At 67 cm long, 60 cm wide and 33 cm…

Volkswagen’s software unit Cariad and auto parts supplier Bosch have collaborated to produce software for electric cars. Volkswagen’s efforts to compete with Tesla Inc. German newspaper Handelsblatt said Volkswagen plans to invest triple-digit million euros in the realization of the deal with Bosch. See also: Volkswagen Invests $45 million in Wind Farm in Northern Sweden The Volkswagen – Bosch software project will use the company Cariad, which is also the focus of the overhaul. Volkswagen CEO Herbert Diess believes software is the main battleground for the future of the auto industry, from autonomous driving operating systems to software services. See…

The Yamaha Motor Company will launch a new electric scooter for the Asian and European markets in 2022. Yamaha’s plan to deliver environmentally friendly vehicles will start by offering a small electric scooter in Europe. The electric scooter will be built on the concept models E01 and E02. This concept motorbike that looks similar to the NMax was first introduced at the 2019 Tokyo Motor Show. See also: BMW Start full production of its 75 mph CE 04 electric scooter When viewed from the appearance of the concept, the design of the E01 looks more sporty with gray yellow stripes…

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5DhN1yCYk0&feature=emb_title Staying on the right track is easier when we know how many roads to use. Unfortunately, road markings and marking lines on the highway are starting to fade and get damaged. A new pilot program from the Honda Research Institute USA could one day help local traffic and highway departments monitor road conditions more closely, using the cars passing on them. The Honda Road Condition Monitoring System utilizes the cameras and GPS navigation systems found in many cars today to monitor real-time road conditions and detect potential hazards. The integrated system evaluates each stretch of trail marker as green,…

In recent years Mercedes has spent a lot of time developing its EQ line of electric vehicles. It seems that, as usual, Mercedes doesn’t want to rest on its laurels because the Vision EQXX looks so wild. On Monday, January 3, 2022, at 9 am PT, Mercedes promises a digital debut for the EQXX which it claims will be the most efficient model ever. Given the very long and swoopy silhouette that is presented, it’s interesting to wait. But, apart from being efficient, what are the advantages of the Mercedes EQXX? See also: Mercedes Recieves World’s First International Approval For…

Carlos Ghosn, former boss of Nissan and the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance, agrees that the Japanese automaker has been too slow in producing electric cars. According to Ghosn, the speed in the transition to electrification will determine who will win the race among global automakers. See also: Nissan become carbon neutral by 2050 Carlos Ghosn is now in legal trouble with allegations of financial misconduct during his tenure at Nissan. He called China playing beautifully with electrification. “New entrants like Tesla and manufacturers from China are in a better position than the old manufacturers. Established manufacturers must accelerate electrification to remain competitive,”…

US Vice President Kamala Harris announced the government’s plan to build 500,000 charging stations for electric vehicles (EV) across the country. This is part of President Joe Biden’s goal to make electric vehicles more accessible for both local and long-distance travel. Previously, the US government planned to replace 600,000 government vehicles into electric cars. Harris made the announcement at a ceremony at an EV charging facility in Maryland, located outside the capital Washington DC. “There’s no question: the future of transportation in our country and around the world is electricity,” Harris said Monday, December 13, 2021. According to him, the…

The Mercedes-Benz EQS, the most expensive electric car made by the German car manufacturer, was recalled for allowing drivers to watch TV while driving. A total of 227 electric cars that have been sold had to be recalled because of the error. The recalled luxury electric cars are production cars from December 8, 2020 to October 13, 2021. The recall number according to Autoblog is 21V-931. The reason for the recall does seem trivial, namely allowing car drivers to watch TV while driving. It’s just that in the United States driving a car while watching television is prohibited. It is…

The Tesla Cybertruck electric car is observed to be conducting road tests in the area of ​​​​the EV manufacturer’s facilities in California, United States (US). It is known that this electric vehicle has several feature changes. This can be seen from a video that has spread on social media, where the Tesla Cybertruck appears with a large windshield and giant wipers. This electric car also uses a rearview mirror, which was previously rumored not to be presented. Previously, it was rumored that Tesla’s electric pickup would not be made in 2022 due to the problem of the semiconductor chip crisis.…

The 2022 Nissan Leaf is a a smart-looking electric hatchback available in two versions: the regular Leaf and the Leaf Plus. It come with strong performance and a sleek design. The standard 2022 Nissan Leaf EV has a 40-kilowatt-hour battery that has an EPA estimated range of 149 miles. The Plus version gets a 62-kWh battery, which gives the Leaf an estimated range of 215-226-miles, depending on the trim version. Photos Key Specification Useable Battery: 37.0 kWh Real Range: 225 km Eficiency: 164 Wh/km Specifications (Dimensions and Weight) Length: 4490 mm Width: 1788 mm Width with mirrors: No Data Height:…

Ford plans to increase production of the Mach E electric car next year. Ford’s target is to triple capacity by 2023. This is done to meet the tremendous demand. Ford CEO Jim Farley tweeted on Friday (10/12/2021) night. This is the first time the automaker has provided specific plans for the Mustang Mach E. Ford said in November it would increase its electric vehicle production capacity to 600,000 cars globally by 2023, including the Mustang Mach E, F-150 Lightning and electric vans. If Ford can reach the target number of 600 thousand cars, then this is equivalent to doubling their production…

General Motors (GM) will reportedly invest US$ 3 billion to produce electric cars and new batteries. Reported by the Wall Street Journal, the big job will be done by GM at their Orion Assembly plant in Michigan, United States. At the factory, GM is producing their electric car line, the Chevrolet Bolt EV and Bolt EUV which will be included in GM’s electric pickup line. In addition, GM is in preparation to build a battery production facility in Lansing City, Michigan. The project will be carried out by GM in partnership with LG Energy Solutions. Each project is expected to…